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The Current Procedural Terminology (CPT ®) code 38520 as maintained by American Medical Association, is a medical procedural code under the range - Excision Procedures on the Lymph Nodes and Lymphatic Channels.
CPT 38520 can be used to describe the surgical removal of lymph nodes in the deep tissues of the neck and the scalene fat pad. This procedure is performed through an open incision and may be done as an investigation or treatment of tumors in the neck or chest.
Sep 1, 2019 · What is the code for an open deep left inguinal node biopsy? Report code 38531, Biopsy or excision of lymph node (s); open, inguinofemoral node (s), which was newly added to CPT in 2019. The surgeon performed a nipple-sparing mastectomy on the right breast of a patient two years ago.
38520 - CPT® Code in category: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s)... CPT Code information is available to subscribers and includes the CPT code number, short description, long description, guidelines and more.
Below is a list summarizing the CPT codes for excision procedures on the lymph nodes and lymphatic channels. CPT Code 38500. CPT 38500 describes an open, superficial biopsy or excision of lymph node (s). CPT Code 38505. CPT 38505 describes biopsy or excision of lymph node (s) by needle, superficial such as cervical, inguinal, or axillary.
Sep 29, 2008 · Level II and III lymph nodes are always deep (38525). Level I nodes may be either deep or easily palpable (38500), depending on the individual patient. Deep dissection always includes superficial dissection through the same incision.
The information contained in this document is provided to assist hospitals and providers to understand reimbursement guidelines related to various surgical procedures. It is not intended to increase or maximize reimbursement.
